Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Winchester
Established in 1823, Godwins Solicitors has built a reputation as a leading law firm rooted in traditional values of honesty, integrity, and personal service. Our team combines expertise from prestigious London and regional law firms, offering tailored legal solutions to private and business clients across Winchester, the UK, and beyond. With 200 years of experience, we deliver the expertise of a London firm at competitive rates, consistently recognised in Chambers for Private Wealth. Our client-centric approach ensures every case receives meticulous attention, blending local insight with national standards of excellence.We prioritise transparency, ethical practice, and long-term client relationships, ensuring legal processes remain accessible and stress-free. Our commitment to innovation ensures we adapt to modern challenges while maintaining the personal touch that defines our service. This enduring philosophy has solidified our position as a trusted legal partner in the community.
Services
Wills
Probate
Trusts
Commercial Property
Residential Conveyancing
Tax Advice
Powers of Attorney
Elderly Support
Declarations of Trust
Equity Release Mortgages
Highlights and features
- We offer 200 years of combined legal expertise from our Winchester-based team.
- Our lawyers combine London-firm standards with regional accessibility and cost efficiency.
- We provide fully bespoke services tailored to individual client needs and circumstances.
- Our Chambers-recognised Private Wealth practice ensures exceptional specialisation and results.
- We prioritise transparency, ethical practice, and clear communication throughout the legal process.
Associations and certifications
- Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme
What people say
Second to none
Amazing lengths
Expertise and soft skills
Trusted legal partner
Stress-free processes
Services
Wills
Our Wills service ensures your wishes are clearly documented, offering tailored guidance on asset distribution, guardianship, and tax efficiency. Specialists like Fiona Fox and Selena Coleridge provide compassionate, legally robust solutions for individuals and families. Clients benefit from our expertise in complex estates, ensuring clarity and compliance with evolving legislation.
Probate
We streamline the probate process, managing estate valuations, tax returns, and asset distribution with precision. Fiona Leeson and Andrew Neal handle contentious and non-contentious cases, minimising stress during difficult times. Our approach combines legal rigor with empathetic support, ensuring timely resolution of inheritance matters.
Commercial Property
Annabel Evans and Jennifer Lilley specialise in commercial property transactions, including acquisitions, leases, and development agreements. We advise businesses on property portfolios, landlord-tenant disputes, and regulatory compliance. Our clients value our strategic insights and ability to navigate complex commercial property law efficiently.
Residential Conveyancing
Rupert Morton-Curtis and Clare Dove manage residential property transactions, from standard sales to equity release mortgages. We prioritise clear communication and swift completion, handling leaseholds, shared ownership, and new builds. Our conveyancing team ensures a smooth process for first-time buyers and seasoned homeowners alike.
Trusts
Our Trusts service, led by specialists like Jessica White and Alan Cowgill, focuses on asset protection, tax planning, and intergenerational wealth transfer. We establish and administer discretionary, bare, and charitable trusts, aligning legal structures with clients' long-term financial goals while ensuring regulatory compliance.
People
Annabel Evans
Member
Commercial Property specialist with expertise in landlord and tenant law, farms and estates. Annabel provides strategic advice on property transactions and dispute resolution, combining technical knowledge with practical solutions for business clients.
Fiona Fox
Member
Wills, Probate, and Trusts expert offering tailored estate planning solutions. Fiona advises on tax-efficient structures, powers of attorney, and elderly care provisions, ensuring clients' legal and personal needs are comprehensively addressed.
Rupert Morton-Curtis
Member
Residential Conveyancing specialist focusing on buy-to-let, equity release, and property sales. Rupert guides clients through complex transactions, prioritising clear communication and timely completions for residential property matters.
Jennifer Lilley
Solicitor
Commercial Property lawyer with experience in farms, estates, and landlord-tenant disputes. Jennifer provides pragmatic advice on property development, leases, and rural land management, serving businesses and private clients.
Bob Stacey
Finance Director
Oversees financial operations and strategic planning for Godwins Solicitors. Bob ensures fiscal stability while supporting the firm's growth and client-focused service delivery across all practice areas.
Questions
What areas of law does Godwins Solicitors Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in Wills, Probate, Trusts, Commercial and Residential Property, Tax Advice, Powers of Attorney, and Elderly Support, with experts in each field.
How does Godwins Solicitors differ from London-based law firms?
We offer London-standard expertise at competitive regional rates, combining national legal knowledge with personalised, accessible service rooted in Winchester's community.
Are Godwins Solicitors' services available outside Winchester?
Yes, we serve clients across the UK and internationally, leveraging technology for remote consultations while maintaining our bespoke approach.
What accreditations does Godwins Solicitors hold?
We are accredited by the Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, ensuring high professional standards.
How does Godwins Solicitors handle complex legal cases?
Our team applies 200 years of collective experience, combining specialist knowledge with collaborative problem-solving to deliver tailored solutions for complex matters.
